Environmental Justice (Green)

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Green: California Interfaith Power & Light

Established in 2001 by the Rev. Canon Sally G. Bingham, CIPL is a faith-based organization devoted to energy conservation, energy efficiency and renewable energy. Their ministry is to educate congregations on the theological basis for eco-stewardship and assist in the implementation of programs to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Call to Action

submitted by
The Rev. Canon Sally G. Bingham
 
Dear California-Nevada United Methodists:
 
We need your help today. Please stand in solidarity with the faith community and ask for green jobs and a cap on carbon emissions. Time is running out for us to have our message heard.
 
The Senate has announced that by the end of this month (September 2009), they will introduce their version of a clean energy and climate bill. That means the clock is ticking to make sure your senator knows the faith community supports strong legislation on this issue. You may have read about the recent Washington Post-ABC News poll, finding that the majority of Americans approve of the president's energy policies. Now we need to get the point across to Washington. Take a stand with me, as you have in the past, showing that you care about the impact of global warming on God's creation and the most vulnerable communities around the world, who have polluted the least. Tell the Senate how important it is that they get this legislation right!

Urge your senator to support a strong clean energy and climate bill.

Keep the faith,
The Rev. Canon Sally G. Bingham

 

In the News:
Jennifer Toth new CIPL Northern California-Nevada Outreach Director

California Preschool Energy Efficiency Program (CPEEP)
The California Preschool Energy Efficiency Program (CREEP) helps center-based childcare and preschool facilities in the Southern California Edison and Pacific Gas & Electric service areas be healthier, greener and save money on energy bills - for free!
 
CIPL 2008 Energy Oscar Winners Announced
 
 
Links to CIPL Programs:

More ways to get involved:

  • Visit CA Interfaith Power and Light.
  • Join the IPL Online Activist Team for more Action Alerts.
  • Discount prices for energy-efficiency products: ShopIPL.org – Coupon code: shopipl
  • Measure your congregation's carbon footprint: CoolCongregations.com
  • Purchase a copy of Love God Heal Earth by Sally Bingham
  • Connect with IPL on: Facebook Twitter IPL Blog
  • Your tax-deductible contributions help us mobilize a religious response to global warming.
 
How to Join
 
If your congregation is already a member of California Interfaith Power & Light then your CIP&L contact should already be sharing the Cool Congregations notice (link) with you.
 
If not, click here to become a member of California Interfaith Power & Light.